Spring Driven Power Cord Reel
Owner's Instructions
30-Foot Retractable Tri-Tap Extension
Cord Reel with Circuit Breaker
CAUTION: Read all instructions and warnings before operating!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!
WARNING: To avoid serious injury or death from
electrical shock or fire.
1.
DO NOT handle this fixture or try to plug it in when your hands
are wet or damp or when you are standing on a wet or damp sur-
face or in water.
2.
This fixture MUST ALWAYS BE USED in accordance with all elec-
trical and safety codes and ordinances, including the most recent
National Electric Code (NEC) and with the Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA) Volume 1 on General Industry Standards
and interpretations.
3.
ALWAYS make certain that the power source conforms to the
requirements on the fixture.
4.
ALWAYS disconnect the power before servicing or inspecting the
fixture for any reason.
5.
This fixture is ONLY FOR USE ON 110-125V and is equipped with
an approved 3 conductor cord with a 3-prong, grounded plug.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, it should only be
plugged into a properly grounded 3-prong outlet.
6.
FIXTURE IS NOT WATERPROOF and is not intended for us in
showers, saunas or in potentially wet locations. ALWAYS keep
this fixture away from sinks, tubs, showers, etc. NEVER attempt
to pick up plugged-in power tools or appliances should they fall
into standing water. Fatal electrocution could result!
7.
This fixture comes equipped with a 3-prong grounded plug. DO
NOT remove the 3rd prong or otherwise try to modify the plug. If
it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a quali-
fied electrician. Improper connection of the grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electrical shock.
8.
NEVER attempt to plug the fixture into a non-grounded outlet or
extension cord and ALWAYS be sure that the extension cord is in
good electrical condition.
9.
This fixture is intended for use as a general indoor power source.
DO NOT use in potentially dangerous locations, such as in flam-
mable or explosive atmospheres.
10. Keep away from heating vents, radiators, or other sources of
heat.
11. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
OPERATION
Plug into any 110-125V standard wall outlet. Plug up to three (3)
electrical appliances into the Triple-Tap outlet. Pull cord out to desired
length and stop. If cord does not hold, continue to pull cord slowly,
stopping every four inches. This will engage lock. To retract, pull cord
out 2 to 4 inches and guide the cord slowly back into the reel.
NOTE:
1.
Outlets are energized at all times. DO NOT OVERLOAD!
2.
Cord length is 30 ft fully extended; DO NOT pull on cord after
cord is fully extended.
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CAUTION: TO AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY - Do not allow cord to fly back
into the reel unrestricted. Guide cord slowly back into the reel.
CIRCUIT BREAKER OVERLOAD PROTECTION
The reset button for the circuit breaker is located on the side of tri-
tap. If unit is overloaded, circuit breaker will trip (black reset button
will pop out). Remove overload, wait two minutes, then reset by
pressing black button.
INSTALLATION
Ceiling Mount (Fig. 1) - 360° Rotation
1.
Select location with 2 feet of an electri-
cal outlet.
2.
Screw the Hanger Hook into a stud in
the ceiling.
3.
Hand the reel on the hook.
4.
Use pliers to close the hook so the reel
is secure and won't fall off.
5.
Adjust Cord Stop so outlet hangs at
desire length when cord is retracted.
6.
Plug the power cord into the outlet.
Optional Wall Mount (Fig. 2) - 180° Rotation
1.
Select location within 2 feet of an elec-
trical outlet.
2.
Take U shaped bracket "A" and attach
to wall, in a stud, with the screws pro-
vided.
3.
Place hanger bracket "B" inside
U-shaped bracket "A" lining up small
hole in the brackets.
4.
Insert locking pin "C" through lined-up
holes.
5.
Adjust bumper stop so outlet hangs at
desired length when cord is retracted.
6.
Plug the power cord into the outlet.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: UNPLUG UNIT BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE.
Remove dirt and grime as soon as it accumulates. Use a soft, damp
cloth and a mild soap, if needed. Be sure not to get the electrical
plug wet. NEVER submerge any part of the cord reel in any solution
to clean it. DO NOT USE solvents such as gasoline, turpentine, etc.
to clean unit. Keep reel cord clean to assure smoothest automatic
retraction. To clean, simply pull cord to its full length and allow to
retract through a dampened rag. Pull out full length again and allow
to retract through clean rag sprinkled with talcum powder. DRY
THOROUGHLY BEFORE PLUGGING BACK INTO OUTLET.
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